Intercity Announces Key Leadership Changes to Drive Growth and Innovation

By Anushka Malhotra

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Quick Read: Intercity announces strategic leadership changes with Andrew Jackson appointed as Group CEO and Charlie Blakemore as CEO of Intercity, signaling a commitment to sustained growth and innovation in the technology solutions sector.

Intercity, a leading technology solutions provider, is undergoing a transformative shift in its executive leadership, signalling a strategic move towards continued growth and innovation.

Photo: Charlie Blakemore, Intercity CEO and Andrew Jackson, Group CEO, Photo Credits: Intercity Technology

Andrew Jackson, the visionary CEO of Intercity for over 14 years, has been appointed as the Group CEO, reflecting his outstanding leadership in steering the company through significant diversification. Under his guidance, Intercity expanded its technology portfolio, embracing Communications, Cloud, Cyber Security, and Managed IT Services. Andrew will now spearhead the wider group's future, leveraging his expertise as a majority shareholder to drive integration, innovation, and strategic growth across an expanding portfolio.

Intercity's remarkable financial results, combined with exceptional customer service and prestigious awards, have solidified its position as an industry leader. Notable projects, recent acquisitions, and a commitment to eco-friendly initiatives highlight the company's growth trajectory.

In tandem with this transition, Charlie Blakemore, the Group Managing Director, will assume the role of CEO of Intercity. With a proven track record as Chief Operating Officer and Non-Executive Director, Charlie's leadership has been integral to the company's success. His appointment ensures a seamless transition, emphasizing continuity in the strategic direction and a commitment to sustained excellence.

Charlie's elevation to CEO marks a new era for Intercity, and his wealth of experience positions him to lead the company to greater achievements. Andrew Jackson expressed confidence in the future, stating, "With Charlie's invaluable experience and visionary leadership at Intercity, we are exceptionally well-positioned to achieve unprecedented success."

This leadership restructuring aligns with Intercity's dedication to diversification and strategic expansion, setting the stage for continued success in the dynamic technology landscape.

Read Press Release here.

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CreaTech Frontiers Launch Unlocks £250K in Funding for West Midlands Creative Innovators

Creative SMEs in the West Midlands are being given a major boost with the launch of CreaTech Frontiers, a new innovation cluster that has opened applications for the first £250,000 round of grant funding.

The programme, which offers individual grants of up to £10,000, is designed to help freelancers and small creative businesses develop groundbreaking ideas at the intersection of creativity and technology. The funding forms part of a £7.2 million, five-year initiative led by a consortium of regional powerhouses including Birmingham City University (BCU), University of Birmingham, Coventry University, University of Warwick, and the Royal Shakespeare Company. It’s funded by the Arts and Humanities Research Council as part of the UK Research and Innovation's Creative Industries Cluster Programme.

Photo Credit: University of Warwick

Officially launched on April 29 at STEAMhouse, BCU’s innovation centre, CreaTech Frontiers marks the first time the West Midlands has received funding through this prestigious national scheme.

Professor Lamberto Coccioli, Director of CreaTech Frontiers, said:

“These early-stage grants will give creative entrepreneurs access not just to capital, but also to university-led research and resources that can turn ambitious ideas into reality. This is about unlocking cultural, social and economic value across the region.”

CreaTech Frontiers is aiming to ignite a wave of innovation in sectors like gaming, immersive tech, live performance, visual arts, and creative technologies. Successful applicants will also gain access to facilities across the five partner institutions, along with specialist academic support during the R&D phase.

Future plans include a second, larger round of grant funding, a pilot with Birmingham Opera Company, collaborative projects with the Royal Shakespeare Company, and the formation of an apprenticeship working group to support skills development.

Rachel Davis, Director of Warwick Enterprise, said:

“Through this collaboration, we’re strengthening the region’s identity as a creative and tech innovation hub. With a shared focus on inclusion and sustainability, CreaTech Frontiers will ensure diverse voices are at the forefront of this growing ecosystem.”

The West Midlands Combined Authority is also backing the initiative, which it believes could contribute £65 million and create 1,500 jobs by 2030 within the regional creative and gaming economy.

West Midlands Mayor Richard Parker added:

“Our region is full of bold, young thinkers pushing the boundaries of tech and creativity. CreaTech Frontiers connects these minds with the world-class research coming out of our universities, creating the conditions for global impact.”

Applications open Monday 2 June 2025.

Interested SMEs can register now

to be part of the next generation of CreaTech pioneers.

By Anushka Malhotra

2 May